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Meller's Chameleon

Exhibit(s): Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House

Description:�

The largest chameleon species in mainland Africa, Meller’s chameleons can reach up to 2 feet in length. Their default color is green and yellow with black spots, although they can change color in response to their surroundings, like all chameleons.

Latin Name

Trioceros melleri
Class

Reptiles
Order

Sauria
Range

East Africa, from Mozambique into Somalia.
Status

The Meller’s chameleon is considered a species of least concern by the International Union for Conservation of Nature.
Habitat

The species makes its home in forests and grasslands.

Niche

One of the largest chameleon species, this reptile uses independently moving eyes to spot insect prey. It’s quick to shoot out its extendible tongue to snap up a meal.
Life History

The species has a single horn above the nose, which males use to compete for mates. After breeding, females lay large clutches of eggs.

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Meller's Chameleon

Meller's Chameleon Fact Sheet

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Class

Order

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Status

Habitat

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Life History

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Meller's Chameleon

Meller's Chameleon Fact Sheet

Latin Name

Class

Order

Range

Status

Habitat

Niche

Life History

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